Director of Operations

Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full Time
Senior Manager/Supervisor

Company Overview

We are partnering with a well-established organization seeking an Inside Sales Representative to join its growing team. Specializing in Hydronic HVAC Equipment for commercial and industrial facilities, this company has been a trusted local and international sales representative since 1981, partnering with some of the largest HVAC manufacturers in the industry. Customers include end users, engineers, wholesalers, and contractors across Florida and the Caribbean.

With over 200 years of combined industry experience, the team is dedicated to providing superior service, engineering expertise, and high-quality, reliable products to its customers.

Why Join?

This organization offers the stability of a family-run business while providing employees with opportunities for career growth and autonomy. Team members benefit from:

  • A structured training program designed to ensure long-term success.
  • A supportive, team-oriented culture with leadership that values employee input.
  • Opportunities for advancement within the company.
  • Regular team-building events, such as happy hours and outings, to foster a strong workplace community.

Job Overview

This newly created position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-functional operations environment. You’ll be responsible for coordinating across warehouse, assembly, and project teams—driving both strategic improvement and daily execution. The role requires someone who is just as comfortable in the weeds as they are building the roadmap, with the credibility to gain buy-in from existing team members and the insight to identify what's missing. You’ll be counted on to enforce performance standards, improve throughput, and drive efficiency—all while helping the business scale sustainably.

Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Accountability

  • Direct and develop warehouse, assembly, and project coordination teams
  • Set expectations and operational KPIs; lead regular 1:1s and team check-ins
  • Hire, train, and coach direct reports while enforcing performance discipline
  • Champion a culture of accountability, efficiency, and team ownership

Warehouse & Inventory Oversight

  • Oversee receiving, staging, and shipping operations through the Warehouse Lead
  • Maintain bin location accuracy, space optimization, and inventory integrity
  • Ensure cleanliness, safety, and best practices are upheld throughout the warehouse

Assembly & Manufacturing

  • Collaborate with Assembly Lead on job scheduling and quality output
  • Introduce job travelers, production metrics, and in-line quality control
  • Assist with light assembly tasks during peak demand periods or production bottlenecks

Project Fulfillment

  • Partner with the Project Coordinator to manage submittals, delivery timelines, and fulfillment status
  • Interface with Sales and Finance to ensure alignment on project execution
  • Resolve delivery delays and minimize backorders through proactive issue resolution

Process & Systems Development

  • Establish SOPs and best practices for warehousing, assembly, and fulfillment
  • Implement KPI dashboards (in Odoo ERP) to monitor and report performance
  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks and developing scalable solutions

What We’re Looking For

  • 5–10 years of operational leadership experience in warehousing, light manufacturing, or logistics
  • Proven track record managing teams with direct reports and cross-functional alignment
  • Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (Odoo preferred), inventory control, and fulfillment logistics
  • Hands-on attitude with a willingness to step into operations when necessary
  • High level of personal accountability, follow-through, and clear communication
  • Financial acumen around vendor management and cost optimization
  • Familiarity with project execution and scheduling in a production environment
  • Certifications like Lean, Six Sigma, or PMP are appreciated but not required

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $90,000 - $135,000 (based on experience).
  • Health Insurance.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & Company Holidays.
  • Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

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